How long does Mapelastic HPG take to dry?
16 to 24 hours
Let Mapelastic HPG dry for 16 to 24 hours at an ambient temperature of 73°F (23°C). It is then ready to receive tile, stone or bonded mortar toppings. Cure times depend on ambient temperature, substrate temperature, substrate porosity and jobsite humidity.
How do you apply mapelastic AquaDefense?
Apply Mapelastic AquaDefense liquid 6″ (15 cm) on both sides of cracks, corners and coves with a paintbrush or roller. Let dry to a dark- green color. 3. Apply a second coat and let dry.
What mortar do you use over AquaDefense?
MAPEI polymer
Mapelastic AquaDefense dries after about 30 to 50 minutes and is then ready to receive any MAPEI polymer or epoxy mortar.
Does MAPEI AquaDefense smell?
No odor: Great for confined spaces MAPEI’s Mapelastic AquaDefense, the industry’s trusted premium waterproofing and crack-isolation membrane, has become even better.
Can you use AquaDefense on concrete?
MAPELASTIC AQUADEFENSE Ready to use, flexible, ultra rapid drying waterproofing membrane for interior and exterior use in showers, wet rooms and on balconies*. Can be tiled after 4 hours. For use on screed, render, concrete, plywood and ceramic finishes.
How long should I wait between coats of AquaDefense?
Waiting time between first and second coat: approximately 1 hour (at +23°C and 50% R.H.). Waiting time before laying coating: 3-4 hours (at +23°C and 50% R.H.). Times refer to +23°C and 50% relative humidity of the air when the product is applied on dried screeds with a residual moisture lower than 3%.
How long does Thinset need to dry before applying AquaDefense?
1. Mapelastic AquaDefense is ready to receive thin-set mortars for tile or stone when dry to touch (about 30 to 50 minutes after applying second coat).
What is mapelastic?
Mapelastic is a two-component cementitious membrane that waterproofs concrete and masonry.
Can I use MAPEI premium mortar over MAPEI AquaDefense?
Can I use mastic or a premixed tile adhesive over Mapelastic® AquaDefense? Ready-to-use tile adhesives, such as MAPEI’s Type 1™ mastic and Premium Mortar for tile and stone, require a porous substrate to cure properly. They should not be installed over waterproofing membranes.
How long does thinset need to dry before applying AquaDefense?
How do I apply mapelastic HPG?
Apply a topcoat of Mapelastic HPGat 10 mils (0,25 mm) a t i c ® P P G thick over entire area that is to be waterproofed. 6. With a knife, cut out MAPEI’s Fiberglass Mesh(or
What is the shelf life of a mapelastic HPG?
Color (cured Mapelastic HPG) Light blue Color (MAPEI’s Fiberglass Mesh) White Shelf life 2 years (when stored in original, unopened container) Storage Store in cool, dry place. Protect from freezing.
Can mapelastic HPG be used as a crack-isolation membrane?
When installed with MAPEI’s Fiberglass Mesh, Mapelastic HPG can also be used as a crack-isolation membrane and exceeds ANSI A118.10 standards for waterproofing. In addition, Mapelastic HPG is IAPMO-listed for use as a shower-pan liner.
What is mapelastic HPG waterproofing?
Mapelastic HPG highly flexible, liquid acrylic waterproofing membrane for installation under ceramic tile or stone on residential and light commercial interior floors and walls. Dual protection: Provides waterproofing and crack isolation.